Mental Health Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Mental Health Practitioner – Willow Tree Crisis Stabilization Program

Help People Find Stability, Hope, and a Path Forward

Are you passionate about supporting individuals through mental health crises and helping them regain stability? Join our Crisis Stabilization team and play a vital role in providing compassionate, person-centered care to adults experiencing significant mental health challenges.

As a Mental Health Practitioner , you'll work directly with individuals in a residential crisis stabilization setting, helping them develop coping skills, achieve treatment goals, and move toward recovery. Every day brings the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside a dedicated team of mental health professionals.

Compensation

$23.00 - $24.00 per hour based on qualifications and experience

Plus Shift Differential Pay for:

• Evenings
• Overnights
• Weekends

About the Program

Our Crisis Stabilization Program provides short-term residential support for adults experiencing a mental health crisis. The goal is to help individuals stabilize in a safe, supportive environment while developing the skills, resources, and confidence needed to successfully transition back into the community.

What You'll Do

As a Mental Health Practitioner, you will:

• Provide direct support and skills training to adults experiencing mental health crises
• Assist individuals in developing coping strategies and recovery skills
• Participate in treatment planning and interdisciplinary team meetings
• Implement interventions identified in Individual Treatment Plans (ITPs)
• Support clients in identifying and utilizing crisis management strategies
• Complete intake paperwork, releases, and other required documentation
• Maintain accurate and timely progress notes and service records
• Observe and document medications taken as prescribed
• Connect clients with community resources and support services
• Collaborate with mental health professionals, case managers, family members, and community partners
• Promote a safe, respectful, and recovery-focused environment
• Attend clinical supervision, staff meetings, and ongoing training opportunities
• Follow all agency policies regarding confidentiality, client rights, incident reporting, and vulnerable adult protections

Requirements:

What We're Looking For

Qualified applicants must meet Minnesota Mental Health Practitioner requirements and possess one of the following:

• Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science or related field and 2,000 hours of experience providing services to individuals with mental illness or substance use disorders; OR
• Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science or related field and completion of an internship or practicum involving direct client interaction; OR
• 4,000 hours of experience providing services to adults or children with mental illness or substance use disorders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with adults experiencing serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI)
• Knowledge of crisis intervention, prevention, and de-escalation techniques
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations
• Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to treating all individuals with dignity, respect, and cultural sensitivity